MedDataToolHeadache Relief Extra Strength
Generic: Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine
Anti-Inflammatory✓ FDA-verified
View full FDA label ↗Headache Relief Extra Strength is a medication used to temporarily relieve minor aches and pains, including headaches, arthritis, colds, muscular aches, toothaches, and menstrual cramps. It works by reducing pain and fever in the body. Adults and children aged 12 and over should take 2 caplets every 6 hours, but they should not exceed 8 caplets in a 24-hour period. A key warning is that this product contains acetaminophen, which can cause severe liver damage if you take more than 4,000 mg in a day or if you consume 3 or more alcoholic drinks daily while using it. It's also important to avoid this medication if you have ever had an allergic reaction to pain relievers that contain acetaminophen.
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Uses
- headache. arthritis. a cold. muscular aches. toothache. premenstrual cramps. menstrual cramps.
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Dosage
Adults and children 12 years and over: take 2 caplets every 6 hours.
Do not take more than 8 caplets in 24 hours.
Children under 12 years: ask a doctor.
Drink a full glass of water with each dose.
Always follow your doctor's specific instructions for your dose.
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Side effects
Common
NauseaVomitingSkin reddeningBlistersRashFeeling faintBloody or black stoolsVomiting bloodStomach pain that does not get betterRinging in the earsLoss of hearingPain that lasts for more than 10 daysFever that lasts for more than 3 days
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Warnings
⚠ Important warnings
- Do not use if recovering from chicken pox or flu-like symptoms.
- May cause severe allergic reactions including shock and facial swelling.
- Contains acetaminophen; do not exceed 4,000 mg in 24 hours.
- May cause severe stomach bleeding, especially in those over 60 or with a history of ulcers.
- Limit alcohol consumption while using this product.
- Consult a doctor if you have liver disease, high blood pressure, or asthma.
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Drug interactions
- Acetaminophenrisk of severe liver damageCaution
- Aspirinrisk of severe allergic reactionCaution
- Other NSAIDsincreased risk of stomach bleedingMonitor
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Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Data Source: Publicly available drug labeling information from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).